The Blemished Rose

by Lois Breneman

As the warm days of summer and autumn draw to a close, I dread seeing the beautiful flowers struck down by frost. But on the positive side, I love taking pictures of roses, even in their blemished state. The reason is because I know the Lord looks at people in the same way, and loves the one with a blemished past, just the same. He is a Redeeming Savior and He restores souls!

Beautiful Ornaments from Empty Thread Spools

Tutorial of the Cutest Spool Ornaments Ever!
http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/2014/11/tutorial-liberty-of-london-fabric.html

For more Spool Ornaments:
http://quiltingdigest.com/fabric-thread-on-spools-make-pretty-ornaments/

Fold and Stitch Wreath for Your Door or Table

Beautiful!!!
http://quiltingdigest.com/fold-n-stitch-wreath-for-your-door-or-table/

Fabric Snowflakes Are Simply Magical

An easy-to-follow tutorial for a beautiful Christmas project!
http://quiltingdigest.com/fabric-snowflakes-are-simply-magical/


Many more quilting tips, sewing projects, and crafts can be found here:

Clutter-Free Holiday Gift Ideas

Used by permission from Cara

http://www.healthhomeandhappiness.com/25-clutter-fee-holiday-gift-ideas-sustainable-green-and-sure-to-be-appreciated.html

12 Gift Ideas to Occupy Kids on Road Trips

 A Dozen Gift Ideas for Families Traveling for the Holidays

Used by permission from Cara

http://www.healthhomeandhappiness.com/12-gift-ideas-for-families-who-are-road-tripping-for-the-holidays.html

Holiday Survival Tips

Used by permission from Cara

http://www.healthhomeandhappiness.com/holiday-survival-tips-for-the-child-with-sensory-issues.html

12 Holiday Gift Ideas to Promote Healthy Independence in Toddlers

Used by permission from the author, Cara  

http://www.healthhomeandhappiness.com/12-gifts-that-encourage-healthy-independence-for-toddlers.html

I totally agree with Cara's ideas, as they were included in previous articles I've written before.  Click on the photo for her excellent gift ideas.

5 Practical Actions to Help Boys Behave

Posted by Heather.MacFadyen | Nov 13, 2015

At my wits’ end.
Yep, that about sums up how I felt.

The temperature outside blazed a few degrees shy of 90 million. And the boy energy inside swelled like a ready-to-pop zit (equally painful and annoying).

You see, summer in Dallas is our winter. Except, unlike those kiddos up north, my Texan boys are out of school for those three long months (imagine 3 months of straight snow days. . .).

Sure, we can get some energy release in a pool. But by August, the novelty has worn off (just like sledding in February).  Even Pinterest can’t offer enough creative indoor activities to keep peace in my home.

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Easy Origami

Compliments of Red Ted Art

Paper Box with Lid

Colorful Toy Spinners 

Easy Origami Paper Fan

Easy Origami Boomerang (Kirigami Paper Toy)

Easy Paper Tulip Origami 
 
Easy Melon Corner Bookmark
 
Easy Butterfly Corner Bookmark

Easy Penguin Corner Bookmark 

Easy Panda Corner Bookmark

Easy Fox Corner Bookmark

Easy Paper Heart Corner Bookmark (Kirigami)

Easy Origami Paper Cups


Paper Origami Hearts

Tip for Bathroom Cups

by Lois Breneman

I enjoy searching for solutions to problems.  I was looking for something different in which to store bathroom cups, because I felt the flimsy dispensers available in stores didn't keep the cups from getting dusty.  After looking around the house a bit, I found a tall covered crystal glass from a yard sale.  The cups fit in perfectly, and the price was right as well!  Only a dollar!

The lid protects the cups from any dirt or dust particles in the air.  It also protects from germs when anyone coughs.